Country: India

Direction Mani Kaul

Cast Fariduddin Dagar · Zia Mohiyuddin Dagar

Direction Mani Kaul

Cast Robin Das · Aneeta Kanwar · Ashok Sharma

Synopsis Mati Manas (1985) is a cinematic exploration by Director Mani Kaul that delves into the timeless craft of pottery and its profound cultural importance. The documentary offers a poetic and contemplative look at the artistry and tradition behind pottery, highlighting...

Direction Satyajit Ray

Cast Kanu Bannerjee · Karuna Bannerjee · Pinaki Sengupta · Smaran Ghosal

Synopsis Aparajito (The Unvanquished) (1956) continues the narrative of Satyajit Ray's acclaimed trilogy, following the journey of Apu and his family as they relocate to the bustling city. The film delves into the vibrant urban landscape, presenting a rich tapestry of...

Direction Satyajit Ray

Cast Soumitra Chatterjee · Sharmila Tagore · Alok Chakravarty · Swapan Mukherjee

Synopsis The World of Apu (1959) follows Apu, who is compelled to forgo his studies and faces a grim future. However, destiny takes a turn when a deranged groom-to-be enters the picture. To shield the jilted bride from public humiliation, Apu...

Direction Govindan Aravindan

Cast Master Ashokan · Sivasankaran Divakaran · Kothara Gopalkrishnan · Ramunni

Synopsis The Bogeyman (1979) delves into the captivating world of Kerala's devotional folklore, focusing on the legendary Kummatty. This vibrant, mythical character roams the villages during the festive season of Onam, the harvest festival, bringing a mix of fear and excitement...

Direction Satyajit Ray

Cast Kanu Bannerjee · Karuna Bannerjee · Uma Das Gupta · Subir Bannerjee

Synopsis Pather Panchali (1955) unfolds the tale of a Bengali household beset by misfortune. The patriarch, Harihara, serves as a humble clerk, healer, dreamer, and poet. His wife, Sabajaya, toils to sustain the family and welcomes the arrival of their son,...

Direction Mani Kaul

Direction Mani Kaul

Cast Mita Vasisht · Muhar Biswas · Ranjana Srivastava · Shravani Mukherjee

Synopsis Siddheshwari (1990) offers a poetic and evocative exploration of the life of Siddheshwari Devi, a renowned classical Indian singer who captivated audiences from the 1908 to 1977. The documentary delves into her extraordinary journey, highlighting her profound impact on the...

Direction Satyajit Ray

Cast Anil Chatterjee · Madhabi Mukherjee · Jaya Bhaduri · Haren Chatterjee

Synopsis The Big City (The Great City) (1963) is set in Calcutta during the early 1960s, focusing on the life of Bhambal and his wife Arati. Bhambal, the primary breadwinner, struggles to support his family, which includes his parents and two...

Direction Satyajit Ray

Cast Madhabi Mukherjee · Sailen Mukherjee · Soumitra Chatterjee · Geetali Roy

Synopsis The Lonely Wife (1964) follows the story of Charu, a woman living in isolation and idleness in 1870s India. Her husband, deeply engrossed in his newspaper, neglects their marital bond, leading to Charu's profound loneliness. In an attempt to alleviate...

Direction Aparna Sen

Cast Rahul Bose · Konkona Sen Sharma · Bhisham Sahni · Anjan Dutt

Synopsis Mr. and Mrs. Iyer (2002) follows Meenakshi Iyer, a devout Hindu Brahmin woman from a strict vegetarian family, who is traveling with her young son, Santhanam, to visit her ailing mother-in-law in Calcutta. Along the way, they encounter a young...

Direction Aamir Khan

Cast Darsheel Safary · Aamir Khan · Tanay Chheda · Tisca Chopra

Synopsis Like Stars on Earth (2007) follows the journey of Ishaan Awasthi, an eight-year-old boy who perceives the world through a unique lens, finding joy in colors, animals, and simple pleasures that adults often overlook. His fascination with these elements leads...

Direction Rajkumar Hirani

Cast Aamir Khan · Kareena Kapoor · Madhavan · Sharman Joshi

Synopsis 3 Idiots (2009) follows the journey of two former college friends who set out to find their missing companion. Along the way, they stumble upon an old wager, a wedding they must disrupt, and a funeral that spirals out of...

Direction Nitesh Tiwari

Cast Aamir Khan · Sakshi Tanwar · Fatima Sana Shaikh · Sanya Malhotra

Synopsis Dangal (2016) is a compelling biographical drama that chronicles the life of Mahavir Singh Phogat, a former wrestler who defies societal norms to train his daughters, Geeta and Babita, in the sport of wrestling. The narrative follows the Phogat sisters...

Direction Ritwik Ghatak

Cast Supriya Choudhury · Anil Chatterjee · Niranjan Ray · Gita Ghatak

Synopsis The Cloud-Capped Star (1960) unfolds the poignant narrative of a young woman named Neeta, the eldest daughter of a middle-class refugee family from East Pakistan. Residing on the outskirts of Calcutta in humble conditions, Neeta's life is marked by selfless...

Direction Richie Mehta

Cast Vipin Katyal · Shefali Shetty · Rajesh Tailang · Rasika Dugal

Synopsis Delhi Crime (TV Series) (2019) is a gripping 7-episode series that delves into the harrowing real events of 2012. The narrative commences with the grim discovery of a man and woman, both severely beaten, in a ditch. The woman had...

Direction Satyajit Ray

Cast Soumitra Chatterjee · Babita · Ramesh Mukherjee · Chitra Banerjee

Synopsis Distant Thunder (1973) unfolds in a small village during 1943, amidst the tumult of World War II, focusing on the devastating man-made famine that claimed the lives of five million people in Colonial Bengal. The narrative centers around Gangacharan, a...

Direction Satyajit Ray

Cast Chabi Biswas · Ganga Pada Basu · Pinaki Sengupta · Kali Sarkar

Synopsis The Music Room (1958) portrays the twilight years of a once-wealthy zamindar (landowner) in Bengal, as he strives to maintain his family's honor and grandeur amidst financial hardship. The narrative delves into his attempts to preserve his legacy, even as...

Direction Sanjay Leela Bhansali

Cast Amitabh Bachchan · Rani Mukherjee · Shernaz Patel · Ayesha Kapoor

Synopsis Black (2005) follows the life of Michelle McNally, who at just eighteen months old, loses both her sight and hearing, plunging her into a world of perpetual darkness and silence. This profound loss leaves her isolated and unable to comprehend...

Direction Deepa Mehta

Cast Sarala Kariyawasam · Seema Biswas · Lisa Ray · John Abraham

Synopsis Water (2005) is a profound and moving exploration of India's historical context, directed by Deepa Mehta. The narrative unfolds in the 1930s, focusing on a young Hindu girl whose life is dramatically altered by the rigid traditions of her religion....